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berechenbar
German → American English
American English
predictable
so, dass man es vorhersehen, kalkulieren oder gut einschätzen kann
Sein Verhalten ist oft berechenbar, deshalb überrascht er uns selten.Use berechenbar when something or someone behaves in a way you can reliably predict. It is common in everyday speech and also in economics, math, and personal descriptions; for people, it can sound neutral or slightly negative depending on context.
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Frequently asked questions
What does berechenbar mean in English?
It means predictable, calculable, or easy to anticipate, depending on context.
Is berechenbar the same as vorhersagbar?
They are close in meaning. Vorhersehbar emphasizes that something can be foreseen, while berechenbar often suggests it can be calculated or reliably estimated.
Can berechenbar describe a person?
Yes. It can describe a person whose behavior is easy to predict, sometimes with a negative tone.
What is the opposite of berechenbar?
The opposite is unberechenbar, meaning unpredictable or erratic.